Raptors vs. Cavaliers – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (Apr 29)

The Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers are going toe-to-toe in the playoffs, round 1. With James Harden joining the Cavaliers via a blockbuster trade, the expectations were pretty high for Cleveland. They started well, clinching a 2-0 lead. Unfortunately, the tides turned when Toronto decided to bounce back and draw even after game 4 at 2-2. 

For the Cavaliers, Harden and Donovan Mitchell are the mainstays. Pulling off some incredible moves on the paint, the 36-year-old has wowed the NBA realm. With the all-important Game 5 coming up, Kenny Atkinson would be dearly hoping that his best player regains his top form. In the last game, Harden looked muted as he dropped 19 points from 37 minutes. With a lot at stake, Cavaliers fans will pray for a special showing from the 11-time NBA All-Star. 

The Raptors, on the other hand, have shown tremendous guts to pull back the series. With the likes of Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram making merry, the team will hope for more such performances from the duo. Game 4 saw both Barnes and Ingram chip in with 23 points, with some support from RJ Barrett(18). Now, trying to make it 3-2, Toronto will surely come out all guns blazing tonight. 

What Are The Probable Starting Lineups For The Raptors vs. Cavaliers Game?

Toronto Raptors

• Scottie Barnes
• Brandon Ingram
• Jakob Poeltl
• Ja’Kobe Walter
• RJ Barrett

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Evan Mobley
• Dean Wade
• Jarrett Allen
• James Harden
• Donovan Mitchell

The probable starting lineups are subject to change.